RECIPES

This is a never-fail cheesecake. Bake it and watch the compliments flow. Serves: 14 – 16 slices Base: – 210 g Marie biscuits, crushed (430 ml) – 100 g granulated sugar (80 ml) – 30 ml cream – 60…

Honey-Nougat ice cream has the flavour of traditional almond-and-nut nougat in a smooth, intensely rich ice cream. This is any sweet-lover’s dream dessert. Give it a try. We love it! Serves 6 Ingredients: – 375 ml thick cream –…

This is not a “cheesecake” as such, but the flavours are reminiscent. It is a super-speedy take on a cheesecake pudding. This is another great recipe from the other Rich and Simone; they serve these puddings in ramekins; however,…

We love the fresh taste of Thai curries, coconut milk, and coriander, added to Simone’s favourite sweet potato and squash; this delicious recipe will delight the senses. Serves 4 – 6 Ingredients: 15 ml sunflower oil 30 ml red…

There is nothing like a fantastic steak cooked outside in our wonderful climate to supply one with more endorphins. It is a feel-good food – really cooking with love made visible, as an anonymous chef once wrote. Serves 4…

The classic Caprese Saladmay be spiced up by using fresh, simple ingredients, giving it a modern twist. Richard likes to use Buffalo mozzarella cheese, as this makes for a rustic look. This is a really delicious, simple starter that…

There is nothing nicer on a cool evening than a succulent pork roast and crispy crackling; it does something for the senses! Serves 8 – 2.3 kg – 2.5 kg loin, shoulder or leg of pork – 1 small…

This recipe is dark, moist, sublime, delicious, with a crunch. It offers everything you have ever wanted in a chocolate cake. It rises a little on the top during cooking; after turning it out, invert the cake, in order…

This is a great easy recipe for No-Meat Monday. Serves 6 – 8 Ingredients: – 1 x medium butternut, peeled and cut into tiny cubes – 6 x courgettes, cut into tiny cubes – 2 x red peppers, cut…

A sort of inside-out pizza that the whole family will enjoy. Use more of one ingredient and less of others if desired. Add in your favourite ingredient. Serves 4 Ingredients: – 500 g best-quality frozen puff pastry, thawed –…